First overall pick Sarah Fillier signed a one-year contract with the New York Sirens for the 2024-25 PWHL season.

“Playing in the PWHL will be a dream come true and I can’t wait to make New York my home,” Fillier said. “I’m excited to be on the ice with my teammates in front of the best fans in the league. “I want to help elevate women’s sports to new heights and make girls around the world realize that their dreams of playing professional hockey are within their reach.”

The 24-year-old Canadian is coming off a four-year career with Princeton University, capping her collegiate career with 30 goals and 13 assists in 29 games last season. Filler scored 194 points in 120 games during her four years at Princeton, the most of any player since 1995.

Fillier has also been an important part of the Canadian women’s national team, scoring 20 goals and 11 assists in 28 total games with the senior team. She helped Canada win gold at the 2022 Olympics, as well as the 2021, 2022 and 2024 Women’s World Championships.

“We couldn’t be more excited to welcome Sarah Fillier to the New York Sirens family,” said Sirens general manager Pascal Daoust. “When Sarah steps on the ice, she brings an energy that ignites both her teammates and fans. His game combines passion, enthusiasm, growth and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Here’s to an exciting new chapter with Sarah Fillier, ready to elevate the game and inspire those around her with the Sirens!

In last year’s inaugural PHWL season, New York finished in last place in the six-team league with just nine wins in 24 games.

The Sirens open their 2024-25 season on December 1 against Minnesota Frost.